Viltrox AF 85/2.0 Z 85mm
Meike 85mm f/1.8 SE Mark II 85mm
What Buyers Say
Viltrox AF 85/2.0 Z 85mm
The Viltrox AF 85mm f/2 EVO is widely praised for its excellent sharpness, fast autofocus, and compact build, all at an unbeatable price. Many users consider it a bargain that punches above its weight, with some even replacing more expensive name-brand lenses. A few minor reliability hiccups with certain camera bodies were noted, but overall sentiment is overwhelmingly positive.
Pros
- Excellent sharpness
- Fast and reliable autofocus
- Compact and lightweight design
- Great value for money
- Pleasing bokeh
Cons
- Minor reliability issues with some cameras
- Tight lens hood may interfere with filters
- Not 100% reliable on Nikon Zf
Meike 85mm f/1.8 SE Mark II 85mm
The Meike 85mm f/1.8 lens receives mixed feedback. Many users praise its sharpness, bokeh, and value for the price, especially for portrait and low-light photography. However, a significant number of reviewers report issues with autofocus noise, inconsistent autofocus performance, and even complete focus motor failure. Build quality concerns, such as a loose focus ring, are also mentioned, leading to a polarized sentiment where the lens is either loved for its image quality or criticized for reliability.
Pros
- Sharp image quality
- Great bokeh
- Excellent value for money
- Good for low-light photography
- Lightweight and compact
Cons
- Loud autofocus noise
- Inconsistent autofocus performance
- Focus motor failure reported
- Loose focus ring on some units
- Compatibility issues with some adapters
Scores
Specifications
| Viltrox AF 85/2.0 Z 85mm | Meike 85mm f/1.8 SE Mark II 85mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | prime | prime |
| Focal Length Min | 85 mm | 85 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 85 mm | 85 mm |
| Elements | 10 | 11 |
| Groups | 8 | 6 |
| Aspherical Elements | 1★ | — |
| ED Elements | 2★ | 1 |
| Coating | Nano Coating and Resistance Coating | Multi-Layer Coatings |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/16 | f/22 |
| Min Aperture | f/2 | f/1.8 |
| Constant | ✓ | ✓ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9 | 9 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Nikon Z | Sony E |
| Format | full-frame | full-frame |
| Weather Sealed | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Weight | 0.34 kg★ | 0.37 kg |
| Filter Thread | 58 mm | 62 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | STM | STM |
| Stabilization | ✗ | ✗ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 740 mm★ | 850 mm |
| Max Magnification | 1:7.7 | 1:7.7 |
Pros & Cons
Viltrox AF 85/2.0 Z 85mm
- Strong user sentiment (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong social proof (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong af (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong build (82nd percentile)82nd %ile
- Below average versatility (33rd percentile)
Meike 85mm f/1.8 SE Mark II 85mm
- Strong af (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong social proof (76th percentile)
- Strong build (66th percentile)
- Below average user sentiment (16th percentile)16th %ile
- Below average aperture (22nd percentile)
- Below average bokeh (25th percentile)
- Below average versatility (33rd percentile)
Verdict
Scores 70 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 5 of 21 specs.